During a recent stay with family in Covington, Mr. Folse found his wife on the ground unresponsive. Paramedics from Fire Department 12 who responded were expecting a head injury, but upon assessment of...

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Stroke Care

Experienced Stroke Care in Covington

Lakeview Regional Medical Center offers a full range of services for the acute treatment of a stroke. Our professional stroke care team works to identify rapidly and stabilize the area of the brain being damaged. We will then work with you to overcome the effects of a stroke and to reduce the chance of subsequent occurrences.

A stroke occurs when the flow of oxygen-rich blood is blocked from reaching a portion of the brain. Without oxygen, those brain cells start to die in a few minutes. When that happens, symptoms occur in different areas of the body that those brain cells control. A stroke, or “brain attack,” can be a life-threatening injury if not quickly diagnosed.

Some of the most common symptoms of a stroke include:

Sudden weakness in all or part of your body

Paralysis or numbness in the face, arms, or legs

Trouble speaking or understanding speech

Trouble with walking or balance

Vision problems in one or both eyes

Sudden, severe headache that is different from headaches you have had in the past

These symptoms do not necessarily mean you are having a stroke. However, if one or more of these symptoms comes upon you suddenly, call 911 or come to the Emergency Room as soon as possible.

Certain risk factors may increase your chances of having a stroke. Some of these risk factors include:

High blood pressure

High cholesterol

Smoking

Being overweight or obese

Diabetes

Sleep apnea

Cardiovascular disease

Excessive or binge alcohol use

Illicit drug use

Family history of stroke or heart attack

Free Stroke Risk Assessment

Are you at risk? Take a free stroke risk assessment online to learn more about strokes, to estimate your individual risk, and to identify your risk factors and how to improve them. The health risk assessment (HRA) takes just minutes to complete. Upon completing, you will receive a personalized, multi-paged report summarizing your risk factors and recommended next steps.

How Is a Stroke Diagnosed?

Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to minimizing the effects of a stroke. If you believe you are having or have had a stroke, we will perform a series of tests to diagnose the extent of the problem in order to recommend the best treatment options. These tests may include:

Services and Treatments

Once you’ve been diagnosed with a stroke, your treatment options depend on the severity of your condition. Our team of physicians and experts will determine the best course for you individually, taking into account the extent of damage caused by the stroke and your potential for a reoccurrence. In some cases, medications may be prescribed. In other cases, surgical procedures to remove the blockage or place a stent may be needed.

Why Lakeview Regional Medical Center Is the Best Choice for Stroke Care

Our hospital was the first hospital on the Northshore certified by the American Heart Association as a Primary Stroke Center. We offer 24/7 neurosurgery services and are ranked #1 in HCA physician satisfaction.

With 24/7 service from our registered nurses, you can talk to a nurse directly about your situation to determine if you need to be seen by a physician.

News Articles

During a recent stay with family in Covington, Mr. Folse found his wife on the ground unresponsive. Paramedics from Fire Department 12 who responded were expecting a head injury, but upon assessment of Mrs. Folse’s condition they realized it was more likely a stroke. Paramedics immediately took Mrs. Folse to Lakeview Regional Medical Center.